Common questions

Is Wild Caught Gulf Shrimp healthy?

Wild Caught Gulf Shrimp scores 65/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — a fair-to-good score — solid, with tradeoffs. The product contains wild-caught shrimp, which is a high-quality source of protein and essential nutrients.

How processed is Wild Caught Gulf Shrimp?

Wild Caught Gulf Shrimp is NOVA Group 3: Processed Foods.

Which ingredients drive Wild Caught Gulf Shrimp's score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Shrimp counts in its favor; Sodium Bisulfite is flagged as an ingredient of concern. The full breakdown, with why each one matters, is in the Key ingredients section on this page.

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Wild Caught Gulf Shrimp

Name: Wild Caught Gulf Shrimp
Brand: Louisiana Select

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Fair

Analysis updated July 2026 · How Scout scores

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At a glance

Beneficial ingredients 1

Harmful ingredients 1

Owned by Ocean Select Seafood

Category Meat and Seafood

Summary

The product contains wild-caught shrimp, which is a high-quality source of protein and essential nutrients. However, the presence of sodium tripolyphosphate and sodium bisulfite as preservatives introduces concerns about increased sodium content and potential allergic reactions. These additives, along with the processing level, limit the product's health score despite its beneficial protein content.

Key ingredients 4

Shrimp

Good

A nutrient-dense seafood option that provides a high amount of lean protein and essential micronutrients.

Water

Neutral

Used as a standard processing aid and moisture retainer.

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Sodium Tripolyphosphate

Neutral

A common food additive used to help retain moisture and improve texture in seafood.

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Sodium Bisulfite

Bad

A chemical preservative used to prevent discoloration, which may trigger sensitivities in certain individuals.

Processing

Group 3 · Processed

Processed Foods

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